Sales Manager (General)
Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.
At a Glance
Sales Manager (General) earns an average of $94,463/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 3.8–4.2 years. Top skills: Sales, Sales Management, Management.
$94,463/yr
Bachelor's degree
3.8–4.2 years
93
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Sales Managers
Median Wage
$138,060/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.7%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (9)
Sales Management
Selling Techniques
Marketing
Sales Prospecting
Outside Sales
Market Share
Market Trend
Sales Strategy
Sales Process
Common Skills (20)
Sales
Management
Customer Service
Communication
Operations
Leadership
Presentations
Planning
Self-Motivation
Interpersonal Communications
Coaching
Problem Solving
Detail Oriented
Microsoft Office
Coordinating
Certifications (1)
Valid Driver's License
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